Bøger i At Issue serien

"This title in the At Issue Series debates the issue of sexting, touching on such topics as the rise of sexting among teens and adults, if it is hurtful to teens, and whether or not sexting is a criminal offense."--Provided by publisher.

"At Issue: Domestic Surveillance explores the worth of domestic surveillance and how it impacts the country. This volume also looks at the ethics of the National Security Agency as well as whether or not domestic surveillance needs more oversight."--Provided by publisher.

Explores the potential psychological, cognitive, and social impact of violent video games on gamers.

Explores a range of topics of influence to the present state of higher education, including what role online education will play and how private and community colleges will function in the future.

Explores the conflicting views about the inequality of wealth and income in the United States.

Examines the ethical use of migrant workers and how immigration reform will impact them, as well as the resulting implications for the low-skilled American workers.

A compendium of opinion on the issue of guns and crime, including whether more stringent gun control would increase or decrease violence.

"At Issue: Manufacturing Jobs in the US discusses whether there is a strong American workforce available for new manufacturing jobs, whether American youths are interested in manufacturing, and whether the United States can compete with overseas manufacturing."--Provided by publisher.

Investigates the emerging problem of driver distraction while using cell phones and the available and proposed solutions.

A compendium of opinion on issues surrounding biological weapons, bioterrorism, and chemical warfare.

"Considers a wide range of viewpoints related to health, environmental, economic, and social impacts of fast food, both in the United States and elsewhere as this quintessentially American creation is exported around the globe"--Page 9.

A compendium of opinion on the effects of social networking, including privacy issues, political aspects, and educational perspectives.

This volume presents the latests findings in the ongoing smoking debate. Questions such as: is smoking on the decline among teens, should the legal smoking age be raised, and are antismoking campaigns effective are discussed.

"Books in this anthology series focus a wide range of viewpoints onto a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by leading advocates, a quick grounding in the issues, and a challenge to critical thinking skills"--

"The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research"--

"At Issue: Drones: Books in this anthology series focus a wide range of viewpoints onto a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by leading advocates, a quick grounding in the issues, and a challenge to critical thinking skills"--

"At Issue: Self-Defense Laws: Books in this anthology series focus a wide range of viewpoints onto a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by leading advocates, a quick grounding in the issues, and a challenge to critical thinking skills"--

This title explores many issues related to the reversal of glaciers and ice melt, including reducing soot as it relates to glaciers, media reporting of ice melt, the rate ice sheets are melting, Antarctica and melting, and permafrost warming.

"At Issue: Are Athletes Good Role Models?: Books in this anthology series focus a wide range of viewpoints onto a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by leading advocates, a quick grounding in the issues, and a challenge to critical thinking skills"--

Contains ten articles relating different perspectives on the use of cell phones in school.

With more cars on the road and an increase in distracted driving, road rage is growing in prevalence. This volume examines possible causes, such as left-lane laws, hypermiling, impaired driving, and even mental illness.

"The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research"--

Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations point to sources for further research."

A compendium of opinion on the causes, prevalence, and treatment of autism.

"The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials and many others. Extensive bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to contact offer a gateway to future research"--

In 2013, New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg proposed the Sugary Drinks Portion Cap Rule, more commonly known as the soda ban, in an effort to regulate the size and sale of sweetened drinks. Support for the regulation was equally as fierce as the opposition, leading many New Yorkers, legislators, and drink manufacturers to engage in a lengthy and public debate about the role of government in food and drink regulation. This book examines the various issues that complicate this controversial topic, including food consumption in terms of combating obesity; controlling the consumption of sugar, sodium, and fat; school lunches; and the labeling of food content. Includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives; eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials, and many others.

"At Issue: Negative Campaigning: Books in this anthology series focus a wide range of viewpoints onto a single controversial issue, providing in-depth discussions by leading advocates, a quick grounding in the issues, and a challenge to critical thinking skills"--

What factors motivate modern day pirates? Are pirates the same as terrorists? Should international navies or local fleets handle pirates? Does aid help prevent piracy, or does it have no effect? This anthology explores the ongoing problem of modern-day piracy. Rising in prevalence at the turn of the 21st century, pirates attacked commercial ships in Southeast Asia and off the coast of Somalia. Readers will learn about the complexities of nautical law, the conflicts on land that engender piracy at sea, and how governments are dealing with forces unaligned to any nation.

This book examines Mexico's drug war from many angles, exploring the causes, the government and military responses, and the impact of Central American and U.S. drug policy on Mexico. Includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives; eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials, and many others.